1994 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Crosstour (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 695 kg more than 1994 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Honda Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva. 2013 Honda Crosstour has automatic transmission and 1994 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1994 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Niva | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
| Make | Lada | Honda |
| Model | Niva | Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1898 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
